Oracle Product Owner, Assistant Vice President

Why this role is important to us

The team you will be joining plays an important role in the overall success of the organization. To make that happen we need teams like yours to help navigate employees and the organization as a whole. In your role you will strive for cutting-edge solutions, that are straightforward and scalable. You will help us build resilience and execute day to day deliverables at our best. Join us if making your mark in the financial services industry from day one is a challenge you are up for.

What you will be responsible for

As Oracle Product Owner you will

• Product Owner for assigned Projects, including scope management, capacity planning, resource management, delivery timelines and risks/issues/dependencies management.
• Actively manage the definition and delivery of target dates and project milestones so that deadlines are understood, met and projects remain on target
• Coordinate cross-project activities working with multiple stakeholder groups
• Identify, report and escalate Issues/Risks and challenges. Manage and mitigate delays with project team and stakeholders. Drive issues and risks resolution, decision-making on a path to green
• Liaise between internal workstreams and stakeholder groups to drive consensus on project plans, status, and issues/risk tracking
• Communicate project and program status updates to senior management and stakeholders on a regular basis and ad hoc as required
• Collaborate with PMO and provide updates for management and SteerCo reporting.

What we value

These skills will help you succeed in this role

• Excellent written and verbal communication & collaboration skills
• Have an inquisitive and proactive mindset, with a natural preference to work on risk actions before they become issues
• Ability to work with a positive attitude and in a self-sufficient manner with minimal supervision; ability to effectively deal with uncertainty and organizational flux
• Bring a structured approach to organize information so it is easy to action
• Aptitude for learning new and complex environments, processes, and technologies; self-learning and training to ensure skills and knowledge are in line with responsibilities
• Comfortable working both in-office and in virtual environments across time zones and with globally spread teams
• Ability to focus on multiple, time-sensitive activities without compromising the quality of work
• Partners with technology and business managers providing overall strategic leadership in developing and maintaining disciplined processes.

Education & Preferred Qualifications

• 10+ years experience in project/program management driving enterprise level, high impact and cross-functional initiatives. Managing projects across cross-functional stakeholder groups, business units and global teams
• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Technology or equivalent
• Organizational knowledge of State Street especially Finance preferred.

Are you the right candidate? Yes!

We truly believe in the power that comes from the diverse backgrounds and experiences our employees bring with them. Although each vacancy details what we are looking for, we don't necessarily need you to fulfil all of them when applying. If you like change and innovation, seek to see the bigger picture, make data driven decisions and are a good team player, you could be a great fit.

About State Street

What we do. State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world. From technology to product innovation, we're making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we've been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people. We provide investment servicing, data & analytics, investment research & trading and investment management to institutional clients.

Work, Live and Grow. We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive. Details vary by location, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans, among other perks. You'll have access to flexible Work Programs to help you match your needs. And our wealth of development programs and educational support will help you reach your full potential.

Inclusion, Diversity and Social Responsibility. We truly believe our employees' diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives are a powerful contributor to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their maximum potential while adding value to both our organization and our clients. We warmly welcome candidates of diverse origin, background, ability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and personality. Another fundamental value at State Street is active engagement with our communities around the world, both as a partner and a leader. You will have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, matching gift programs and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you.

State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

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